In Proverbs 8, we see wisdom being portrayed
as a beautiful woman. Unlike the strange woman of Proverbs 7 that entices a
person to destruction, this Lady Wisdom will lead any one pursuing her to life
and fulfillment and be guided into the path of integrity, fidelity and dignity.
In the first five verses of Proverbs
8, Lady Wisdom extends her invitation, calling out to all people especially the
young. Unlike the strange woman who covertly operates in the cover of darkness,
this wisdom operates overtly in the light. She is seen in open places
addressing all categories of people: to the older man, to the younger man, to
the naïve, the thoughtless, the intelligent, the dull and even the foolish. Wisdom
is available to everyone, for we all are in need of foresight, fairness, a good
sense and an understanding heart.
In verses 6-11, wisdom further
offers to everyone who pays attention and pursues her. She only offers dignified
truth and rectitude that will guide one to an upright, moral and righteous
living. This wisdom assures her listeners that what she now gives will enable
those going after it to refrain from anything wicked and perverse. In her is nothing
that will contradict rectitude, nothing perverse or crooked will be found in
what she is offering. On the contrary, anyone hearing her will know the straight
forward, direct and plain truth. Her offers of insights are plain, uncomplicated
and easily comprehensible. The one willing to be open to the discernible insights
will have an enlightened understanding. The truth offered is more valuable than
silver and priceless as gold. There is nothing that can be compared to this
wisdom. The fallen man chooses to live foolishly in his own way and hence walk
in darkness. But we as God’s children must make the decision to follow and
acquire wisdom. We can receive the irresistible offer of wisdom that will set
us on the path of right living. We can choose to follow her and walk with moral
rectitude and uprightness to God’s greater glory. We need wisdom more than
anything in life! Don’t refuse this unassailable offer of wisdom!
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